1995 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 840 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
