1995 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
