1989 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 6 series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 6 series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Minica | 6 series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 548 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2855 mm |