1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Space Wagon | 328 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
