1997 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
