2009 BMW 650 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 650 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |