1996 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 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 143 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 840 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |