2009 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1976 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M5 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |