1996 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 603 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 840 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
