1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 320 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
