1994 BMW 840 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 18 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
