1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2002 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
