1992 BMW 850 vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, both 1992 BMW 850 and 1992 Holden Apollo were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 850 | Apollo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |