1993 BMW 840 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 840 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
