1992 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 16 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 565 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
