1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 111 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 BMW 840 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 840 | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |