1995 BMW S3 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
