1990 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 22 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
