1961 BMW 502 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 240 kg more than 1961 BMW 502.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1961 BMW 502 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 502 | Colt |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |