2009 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste. (117 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 1976 Mitsubishi Celeste
Make BMW Mitsubishi
Model 750 Celeste
Year Released 2009 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 363 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 918 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2350 mm


 

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