1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Audi Coupe | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 840 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |