2004 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 318 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
