1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 530 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
