1989 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 985 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 850 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
