1993 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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 53 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 840 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4498 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |