2004 BMW 630 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 630 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
