2008 BMW 735 vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 18 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 735. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 735 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4988 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 297 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
