1989 Audi V8 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | V8 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
