1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
