1990 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
