1994 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 336 kg more than 1994 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | 840 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |
