1993 BMW 840 vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 154 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
