1989 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 19 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 167 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 850 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2737 mm |
