1978 BMW M1 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 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 146 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M1 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
