1996 BMW 840 vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 2002 Mazda Tribute. (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 840 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |