1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 985 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | X5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2934 mm |
