1974 BMW Touring vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 375 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |