1958 BMW 501 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 255 kg more than 1958 BMW 501.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 501 | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
