1992 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2009 Holden Caprice 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Holden Caprice. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Caprice.
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 (550 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Caprice. 2009 Holden Caprice 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. 2009 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2009 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
