1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 650 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2855 mm |
