1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 209 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
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1989 BMW 850 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 850 | Musso |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |