1989 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 21 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 528 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 850 | RDX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
