1993 BMW 840 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 18 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 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
