1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot 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 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
