1993 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 840 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2613 mm |
