1996 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 840 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
