1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 251 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 840 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 566 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |