1984 BMW 628 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW 628 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 1984 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 628 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
