2008 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
