1979 BMW 732 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 BMW 732.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 732 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
