1992 BMW 850 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 9 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 125 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 850 | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
