1978 BMW M1 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M1 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
