1986 BMW 730 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 1986 BMW 730 and 1986 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1986 BMW 730 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 730 Colt
Year Released 1986 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 936 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2390 mm