1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z1 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
