1977 BMW 528 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 439 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
