1973 BMW 3 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
