1993 BMW 840 vs. 2005 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 12 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 164 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma 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, 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2005 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 840 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
