1989 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 599.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |
