1991 BMW 325 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325. 1989 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
