1988 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Minica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |