1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 297 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2635 mm |
