1999 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
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1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Pajero | M3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2476 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |