2007 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 330 | Diamante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |