1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1979 BMW M1
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 BMW M1.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1979 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Sapporo | M1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
