1994 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1976 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 740 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
