1989 BMW 850 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 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 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
