1992 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |