2005 BMW 748 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 748 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 748 Minica
Year Released 2005 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 546 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2060 mm


 

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