1992 BMW 540 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 540 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
