1998 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 740 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
