2001 BMW 730 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 8 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 840 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 840 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 730 | 840 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
