1989 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 135 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 850 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
