1994 BMW 854 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 940 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 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 854 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
