1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 1992 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
