1994 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 401 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.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 840 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |