1997 BMW 730 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 730 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 730 | Galant |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |