1994 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 6 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 840 | M |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |