1993 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 369 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
