2008 BMW 335 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 335 | Debonair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |