1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 840 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
