2006 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 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 335 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M3 | RPM 7000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |