1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Sapporo | 316 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
