1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 19 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 71 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2011 Audi Q7 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. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 850 | Q7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |