1995 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 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 @ 6900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW M5 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model M5 Colt
Year Released 1995 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3794 cc 2970 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.6 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 251 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 95 L


 

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