2009 Acura MDX vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 63 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1992 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | MDX | 540 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
