2007 BMW 730 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 730 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2070 mm |