1994 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace 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 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 43 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 1994 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 840 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
