1977 BMW 528 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1125 kg |
