1994 BMW 840 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa 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 150 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | Previa |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |