1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 174 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
