2008 BMW 523 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 523 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
