1994 BMW 854 vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 854 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
