1996 BMW 840 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |