2009 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
