1990 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 850 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
