1989 BMW 850 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
