1993 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 840 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2895 mm |