2007 BMW 550 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
