1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 34 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 1195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Minica | 530 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
