2012 BMW 740 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 740 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 740 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
