1993 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 208 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 882 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
