1994 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 124 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
