1989 BMW 850 vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1989 BMW 850 and 1989 Buick Skylark 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 136 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 21 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 Skylark, 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 850 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |