1996 BMW 840 vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon 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, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 840 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
