1996 BMW 840 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 840 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |