1996 BMW 745 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1996 BMW 745 and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 745 | Galant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |