1994 BMW 840 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 3 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 235 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 840 | Today |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |