1989 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 164 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
