1993 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1993 BMW 316 and 1993 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 316 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 1993 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 316 | Magna |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |