1996 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 840 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
