1996 BMW 840 vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840.
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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 840 | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
