1996 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Magna | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
