1992 BMW 850 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 17 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, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
