1993 BMW 856 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 306 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 856 | Montero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
