1985 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Pajero | M5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2888 mm |