1989 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
