BMW 850 (formally idot racers)

I suspect that they don't see an SVX as a Subaru, something more exotic perhaps. I mean, it's not much of a stretch to think she's a BMW 850.

To even consider going up against a BMW V12 would be sheer insanity.

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[ensteele]

I like!

[Chiketkd]

Originally Posted by ensteele

I like!

So do I!!!! BMW V12....

-Chike

I mean, there are some VERY striking similarities. Even down to the rear wheel well treatment.

[Phast SVX]

Originally Posted by fl_svx

I mean, there are some VERY striking similarities. Even down to the rear wheel well treatment.

wow.... i never noticed that....some of the similiarites are too much to overlook as complete coincidence....
phil

What is even more similar is that BMW could not sell them either at three times the price of an SVX. Skid pad numbers on the SVX were better, the 850 was at .78. But they did offer a 5-speed.

[Chiketkd]

Originally Posted by Phast SVX

wow.... i never noticed that....some of the similiarites are too much to overlook as complete coincidence....
phil

Agreed. The arch above rear wheels is practically identical.

Anyone know what the hp and performance (0-60, 1/4 mile) numbers were for the BMW 850's?

-Chike

Originally Posted by Chiketkd

Agreed. The arch above rear wheels is practically identical.

Anyone know what the hp and performance (0-60, 1/4 mile) numbers were for the BMW 850's?

-Chike

Performance Data

Depending on the year, 1991-1994 1/4 times were 14.9-15.4

Acceleration (0-60 mph): 5.4 sec. (manual)
Braking Distance (60-0 mph): 130 ft.
Roadholding Index: 0.78
Base Number of Cylinders: 12
Base Engine Size: 5.4 liters
Base Compression Ratio: 10.1
Horsepower: 371 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque: 361 lbs./ft. @ 3900 rpm

Dimensions

Exterior:

Length: 188.2 in.
Width: 73 in.
Height: 52.8 in.
Weight: 4288 lbs.
Wheelbase: 105.7 in.
Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Tank Capacity: 23.8 gal.

EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway)

Manual: 12 mpg / 18 mpg

Range in Miles: (City/Highway)

Automatic: 333 mi. / 476 mi.

[NikFu S.]

Originally Posted by fl_svx

I suspect that they don't see an SVX as a Subaru, something more exotic perhaps. I mean, it's not much of a stretch to think she's a BMW 850.

To even consider going up against a BMW V12 would be sheer insanity.

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That looks a lot like that one Bimmer I saw last year but couldn't identify.

Originally Posted by NikFu S.

That looks a lot like that one Bimmer I saw last year but couldn't identify.

Actually, since 1991 I have seen probably 6. How I knew what they were was when I lived in the SF Valley and there was one up on a rotating stand at the BMW dealer...had to look. I had already seen the SVX, but those 850's were outrageously priced !!!

[UberRoo]

Another thing it has in common with the SVX: It's a boat.

Weight: 4288 lbs.

...but it's a damn sexy boat.

[BordeauxComet]

Easily my favorite bimmer (that and the old M6 ).

There's a guy in my neighborhood back home who did a custom twin-turbo setup on his 850! It’s just plain crazy!

Some models (CSi) were also available with a 6-speed.

[n00b on demand]

ohhh boy IBTL

[Ron Mummert]

OK, John, you can knock me out a couple "H-12" decals. Gold & black, of course. Gotta' keep up with the Schultzes.

Ron.

[Earthworm]

Those races were held under controlled conditions (ie: the track) right. We wouldn't want to close another thread for street racing I hope.