1994 BMW 840 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 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 168 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 840 | MPV |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |