1994 BMW 840 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 5 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 184 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 840 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
