1988 BMW 524 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 524. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 524 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
