1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant 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 319 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
