2008 BMW X5 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1981 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
