1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 BMW 840. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | M6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |