2002 BMW 760 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 30 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1634 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 760 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
