1995 BMW 528 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 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 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
