1996 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 178 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 840 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
