1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Lancer | 640 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2855 mm |