1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 530 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
