1994 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 14 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 377 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 840 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
