1990 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 484 kg more than 1990 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 106 L |
