1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 18 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 1992 BMW 540 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 540 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
