1992 BMW 850 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 20 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 850 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |