1986 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
