1993 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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, 2009 Kia Forte, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 840 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
