1987 BMW M6 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.

Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

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1987 BMW M6 2005 SsangYong Korando
Make BMW SsangYong
Model M6 Korando
Year Released 1987 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.4 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1785 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L