1986 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
