1973 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Lancer |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |