1992 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
