2007 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
