1992 BMW 850 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4.
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 (447 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (350 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
