1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 16 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
