1987 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Pajero | 650 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |