1989 BMW 850 vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, both 1989 BMW 850 and 1989 Buick Century were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | Century |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2664 mm |