1992 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (447 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (440 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
