1994 BMW 735 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 735 | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 735 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1185 kg |
