2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
