2012 BMW 135 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 135 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 2012 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 135 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 135 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
