1992 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 850 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
