1999 BMW 540 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 911 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 540 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
