2005 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
