2012 BMW 535 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 535 | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 535 | Minica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2270 mm |