1994 BMW 840 vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 8 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 229 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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, 2002 Kia Visto, 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 840 | Visto |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
