2009 BMW 528 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 528 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
