1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 335 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |