1971 BMW Touring vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Magna |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |