1985 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Starion | 125 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
