1977 BMW 728 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 728 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
