1996 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 16 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 142 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 840 | Navara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |