1995 BMW 840 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 840 | Galant |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |