2006 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1725 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 X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
