2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Outlander | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
