2008 BMW 135 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 19 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, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 305 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 135 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
