1989 BMW 850 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 18 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 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
