1984 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
