2007 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
