1986 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,428 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M5 | Minica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |