1988 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1988 BMW 520 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 1988 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 520 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
