1996 BMW 725 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 725 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
