1994 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 18 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
