1985 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1985 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 650 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |
