2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 330 (315 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
