1996 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |