1960 Mitsubishi A10 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1960 Mitsubishi A10 has manual transmission. 1960 Mitsubishi A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | A10 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 493 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 475 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 3071 mm |
