1958 BMW 503 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 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, 1958 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 503 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
