1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | BMW | Hummer |
| Model | 840 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 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 | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
