2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 63 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
