1993 BMW 840 vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 5 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 173 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
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, 1998 Ford Royale, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
