1981 BMW 725 vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 725 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
