2006 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
