2007 BMW 645 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 645 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
