2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Acadia | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
