1992 BMW 850 vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 5 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 850 | Copperhead |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |