1989 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 23 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 212 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 850 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
