2009 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 535 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |