1996 BMW 840 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, both 1996 BMW 840 and 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 840 | Challenger |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |