1990 BMW 850 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 23 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 13 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 413 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 83 L |
