2009 BMW 120 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 120 and 1973 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 120 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
