1998 BMW 845 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 BMW 845.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 845 | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
