1986 BMW 628 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 BMW 628.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1986 BMW 628 | 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 628 | Montero |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |