1996 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 545 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
