1996 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 545 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
