1988 BMW M5 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
