2007 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 335 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
