2000 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 325 | Galant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |