1992 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (341 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |