2006 BMW M6 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 433 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M6 (705 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
