1994 BMW 840 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 9 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 205 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 840 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
