2006 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1976 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 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 |