2007 BMW M vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
