1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 22 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 850 | Durango |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |