1986 BMW 730 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 730 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 730 | 840 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |