1985 BMW 324 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 1 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 120 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 324 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
