2005 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
