1986 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
