1994 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
