1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 840 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
