1992 BMW 850 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
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 (447 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | 400 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 410 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3150 mm |