1986 BMW 628 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 628 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 628 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
