2005 BMW 520 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | 840 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |