1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Turbo | 850 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 550 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |