2009 BMW 550 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1976 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 550 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |