1995 BMW 840 vs. 1962 BMW 1500
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 1962 BMW 1500 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |