2003 BMW 645 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 645 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
