1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Minica | 530 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
