1994 BMW 840 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 10 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 108 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | 525 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |