1975 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
