1994 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 BMW 520.
Because 1994 BMW 520 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 1994 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1994 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 520 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
