1991 Audi 100 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
