2005 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
