1993 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40. 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, 2010 Volvo S40, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 840 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
