1989 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 108 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |