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BMW 850Ci vs Saturn SC1

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

BMW logo

1997 BMW 850Ci

Saturn logo

2002 Saturn SC1

Overview

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
Selected trim850CiSC1
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972002

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
MSRP$0 (best)$13,080
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
Combined MPG15 MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG12 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG36 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)12.1 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
Horsepower322 hp (best)100 hp
Torque361 lb-ft (best)114 lb-ft
Engine size5.4 L (best)1.9 L
CylindersV12I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
Seating4 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight4,288 lbs2,379 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in (best)102.4 in
Length188.2 in (best)180.5 in
Width73 in (best)68.2 in
Height52.8 in53 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiSaturn SC1SC1
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 850CiSaturn SC1
1

850Ci

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SC1

$13,080 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SC1

$13,940 MSRP

BMW 850Ci vs Saturn SC1 FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 850Ci vs 2002 Saturn SC1 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 850Ci starts lower at $0.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
The 2002 Saturn SC1 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on horsepower in this comparison (322).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2002 Saturn SC1?
The 2002 Saturn SC1 leads on seats in this comparison (4).