1993 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 840 | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 511 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |