1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | M3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2761 mm |
