1994 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 17 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 144 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 840 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
