1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
