1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 148 L |
