2007 Acura TSX vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 14 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 1993 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX, 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1993 BMW 840 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 840 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
