1993 BMW 840 vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 10 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 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2003 Ford 427 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | 427 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 704 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
