1998 BMW 728 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1998 BMW 728 and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 1998 BMW 728 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 1998 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 728 | Magna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |