1994 BMW 840 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 7 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 179 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
