1996 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 520 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
