1974 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 677 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |