BMW 8 Series (G15)
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840d (Stage 2)
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840d (Stage 1)
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840d
Comparison overview
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BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful527 hp393 kW
- Highest torque1,120 Nm826 lb-ft
- Lightest1,915 kg4,222 lb
- Best power-to-weight275 hp/t205 kW/t3.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,138 km707 mi
- Largest trunk420 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score52/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp |
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| Power | 527hp393kW+187 hp | 459hp342kW+119 hp | 408hp304kW+68 hp | 340hp254kW |
| Torque | 1,120Nm826lb-ft+420 Nm | 980Nm723lb-ft+280 Nm | 875Nm645lb-ft+175 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb | 1,915kg4,222lb |
| Gross weight | 2,410kg5,313lb | 2,410kg5,313lb | 2,410kg5,313lb | 2,410kg5,313lb |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 53.6s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-16.2 s Calculated | 58.4s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-11.4 s Calculated | 62.0s99% target: 271 km/h / 169 mph-7.8 s Calculated | 69.8s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.2 s | 4.0s-0.8 s | 4.3s-0.5 s | 4.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.2s-6.0 s Calculated | 12.9s-4.4 s Calculated | 14.5s-2.7 s Calculated | 17.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.5s-1.1 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.5s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.0s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 275hp/t205kW/t125hp/1000 lb Calculated | 240hp/t179kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated | 213hp/t159kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated | 178hp/t132kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 585Nm/t391lb-ft/ton Calculated | 512Nm/t342lb-ft/ton Calculated | 457Nm/t306lb-ft/ton Calculated | 366Nm/t245lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated | 1,138km707mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in | 2,993cc183cu in |
| Length | 4,843mm191in | 4,843mm191in | 4,843mm191in | 4,843mm191in |
| Width | 1,902mm75in | 1,902mm75in | 1,902mm75in | 1,902mm75in |
| Height | 1,341mm53in | 1,341mm53in | 1,341mm53in | 1,341mm53in |
| Wheelbase | 2,822mm111in | 2,822mm111in | 2,822mm111in | 2,822mm111in |
| Front track | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in | 1,627mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,642mm65in | 1,642mm65in | 1,642mm65in | 1,642mm65in |
| Ground clearance | 121mm5in | 121mm5in | 121mm5in | 121mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 420L | 420L | 420L | 420L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 459 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 408 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 340 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.1 s | 4.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.2 s | 12.9 s | 14.5 s | 17.3 s |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 1.9 s | 2.0 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.0 s | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.5 s | 7.8 s | 8.1 s | 8.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.4 s | 10.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 202 km/h 126 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 186 km/h 116 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 527 hp 393 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW |
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp has 187 hp more than BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 340 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 340 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp: 187 hp (139 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 4.0 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 4.3 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 4.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 340 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 459 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 408 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 1,138 km 707 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 527 hp 393 kW | 3.7 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 459 hp 342 kW | 4.0 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 408 hp 304 kW | 4.3 s | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW | 4.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)527 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)459 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)408 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d340 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 527 hp 393 kW | 459 hp 342 kW | 408 hp 304 kW | 340 hp 254 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 274 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb | 1,915 kg 4,222 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | 1,138 km 707 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 420 L 14.8 cu ft | 420 L 14.8 cu ft | 420 L 14.8 cu ft | 420 L 14.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 275 hp/t 205 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 240 hp/t 179 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 213 hp/t 159 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 178 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 459 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 408 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 340 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 527 hp
- Has 68 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 36 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 459 hp
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