1994 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 840 | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |