2009 BMW X6 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X6 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
