1995 BMW 840 vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 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 182 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
