1996 BMW 840 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 840 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |