2005 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (258 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (350 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
