2007 BMW 650 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 650 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
