2009 BMW 550 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 550 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
