2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 has manual transmission. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | RPM 7000 | 550 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |