1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 946 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | Turbo | Musso |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 316 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |