2000 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
