1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
