1998 BMW 845 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 1998 BMW 845 and 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 845 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 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star, 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 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (219 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 845 | Space Star |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |