1996 BMW 840 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | M5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |