1992 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 14 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 95 L |
