1994 BMW 840 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825i. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 840 | 825i |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |