1993 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 17 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 86 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 293 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.

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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

1993 BMW 840 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make BMW Dodge
Model 840 Grand Caravan
Year Released 1993 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 2033 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 78 L


 

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