1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Galant | 525 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |