1956 BMW 507 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 507 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
