1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3.3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
