1994 BMW 840 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | 335 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |