1992 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 205 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 850 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
