1993 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. 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, 2008 Seat Leon, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon. 2008 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 840 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 840 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 840 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
