1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 14 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 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
