1996 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 669 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 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 840 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 119 L |
