1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | M5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2889 mm |
