1996 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 430 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 840 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
