2008 BMW 528 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 528 | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
