1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 840 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
