1993 BMW 840 vs. 1999 Honda Today

To start off, 1999 Honda Today 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 235 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today 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, 1999 Honda Today 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 840 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 840 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 BMW 840 1999 Honda Today
Make BMW Honda
Model 840 Today
Year Released 1993 1999
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3981 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1400 mm


 

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