1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 436 kg more than 1989 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
