2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 135 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
