1994 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 840 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
