2007 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1977 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
