1996 BMW 540 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 540 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |