1995 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 216 kg more than 1995 BMW 840.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
