2006 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |