2004 BMW 645 vs. 1960 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. 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 645 (447 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 1960 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 645 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2070 mm |
