1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 650 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2855 mm |