1987 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1987 BMW 730.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
