2009 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 331 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 650 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |