1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z8 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
