1971 BMW Touring vs. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 37 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 980 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, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | L 200 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |