1992 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 479 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
