1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Eagle | BMW |
Model | Summit | 550 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |