1993 BMW 840 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 4 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 151 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 840 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
