2006 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 2006 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 730 | Diamante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |