1996 BMW 523 vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 523 | A10 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2070 mm |