1996 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 119 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 840 | Baja |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |