1992 BMW 850 vs. 2000 BMW 528
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 8 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, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2000 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
