1989 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |