1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Sapporo | Z4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2497 mm |