1989 BMW 850 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
