1983 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
Because 1983 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
