1989 BMW 850 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1989 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1989 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
