1996 BMW 840 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 15 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, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 840 | 535 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |