2009 BMW 530 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 530 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
