2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1990 BMW 850

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 1990 BMW 850
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model SSR 850
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 401 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 52 L


 

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