1996 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa. (320 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Tocsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2012 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | BMW | Daewoo |
| Model | 840 | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
