2008 BMW 335 vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 15 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, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1993 BMW 840 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 840 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |