1989 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 17 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
