1979 BMW 633 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 633 | Galant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |