1989 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1464 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.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 850 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
