1980 BMW M5 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
