1992 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 850 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
