1990 BMW 850 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 82 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 850 | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |