1979 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Debonair | 320 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |