2009 BMW 635 vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 635 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2070 mm |