1992 BMW 850 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 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 180 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
