2007 BMW 650 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 650 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
