1993 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 840 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
