1996 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 840 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
