1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 1465 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 650 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 650 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |