1987 BMW 750 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2002 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 750 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
