1993 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 477 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 840 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
