1988 BMW M5 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 268 kg more than 1988 BMW M5.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
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1988 BMW M5 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | M5 | Musso |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |