1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 555 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Galant | 525 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |