2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Colt | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4939 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 22.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
