1993 BMW 840 vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 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 169 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1994 Toyota 4Runner 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |