1985 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M5 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
