1990 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
