1993 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 16 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 108 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
