1989 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 10 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 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 188 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 340 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
