1995 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 974 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 840 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
