1999 BMW 740 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 283 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | 840 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
