2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
