1975 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
