1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
