2006 BMW 760 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 17 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 970 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 760 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
