1997 BMW 850 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 190 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 850 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
