1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 41 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 197 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 1997 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3020 mm |
