1995 BMW M5 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 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 M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M5 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
