1989 BMW 850 vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M 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, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 850 | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
