2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
