1989 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Honda That
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 15 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 245 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That 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, 2004 Honda That 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2004 Honda That | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 850 | That |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
