1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 16 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
