1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 850 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
