1993 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 20 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) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 840 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
