1971 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 356 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touring | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
