2003 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
