1996 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 840 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
