2003 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
