1989 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 8 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |