1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1375 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 535 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |