2002 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
