1997 BMW 850 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 845 kg more than 1997 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
