1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 750 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |
