1992 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 850 | A4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |