1995 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 15 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, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 324 kg more than 1995 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | BMW | Acura |
| Model | 840 | MDX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
