1994 BMW M3 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 BMW M3. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
