1979 BMW 728 vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 BMW 728.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 BMW 728. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 728 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
