1992 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 20 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 540 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
