1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 474 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 850 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
