1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 535 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
