2005 BMW 325 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 16 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 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
