2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Z4 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
