1989 BMW 850 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 107 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
