1992 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 545 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
