2007 BMW 550 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 15 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 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 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
