2003 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
