2009 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 335 Debonair
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1998 cc
Horse Power 215 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm