1993 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 7 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 840 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
