1995 BMW 840 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 7 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 53 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
