1996 BMW 840 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 840 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |