1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 20 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Sapporo | 530 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |