1971 BMW 3 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
