1972 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | 3000GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |