2006 BMW 760 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 760 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
