1996 BMW 840 vs. 2000 Vector RD 180
To start off, 2000 Vector RD 180 is newer by 4 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Vector RD 180. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vector RD 180.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vector RD 180. (175 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vector RD 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2000 Vector RD 180 | |
| Make | BMW | Vector |
| Model | 840 | RD 180 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
