1993 BMW 840 vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina 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 215 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina, 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 840 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
