1963 BMW 502 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 502 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
