1991 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 1991 BMW 525 and 1991 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1991 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 525 | Verada |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |