1993 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 840 | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |