1974 BMW Touring vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,553 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touring | Magna |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
