1989 BMW 850 vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, both 1989 BMW 850 and 1989 Buick Reatta 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 277 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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 Reatta, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | Reatta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |