1996 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |