1996 BMW 840 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 163 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |