1992 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 595 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
