2009 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 447 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
