2006 BMW 645 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will offer significantly more control. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 645 | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
