1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 1190 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 525 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |