2008 BMW 528 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
