2006 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
