1991 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
