1985 BMW M5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 342 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M5 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | M5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
