BMW 8 Series (G15)
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Comparison overview
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BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful496 hp370 kW
- Highest torque1,088 Nm802 lb-ft
- Lightest1,830 kg4,034 lb
- Best power-to-weight271 hp/t202 kW/t3.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.6 L/100 km30.9 mpg US37.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions164 g/km
- Best estimated range1,097 km682 mi
- Largest trunk420 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score52/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp |
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| Power | 496hp370kW+176 hp | 432hp322kW+112 hp | 384hp286kW+64 hp | 320hp239kW |
| Torque | 1,088Nm802lb-ft+408 Nm | 952Nm702lb-ft+272 Nm | 850Nm627lb-ft+170 Nm | 680Nm502lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,830kg4,034lb | 1,830kg4,034lb | 1,830kg4,034lb | 1,830kg4,034lb |
| Gross weight | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb | 2,370kg5,225lb |
| 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 | 54.5s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-16.4 s Calculated | 59.4s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-11.6 s Calculated | 63.1s99% target: 271 km/h / 169 mph-7.9 s Calculated | 71.0s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.2 s | 4.1s-0.8 s | 4.4s-0.5 s | 4.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.4s-6.2 s Calculated | 13.1s-4.5 s Calculated | 14.8s-2.8 s Calculated | 17.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 3.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK | 6.2L/100 km37.9mpg US45.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK | 7.6L/100 km30.9mpg US37.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.6s-1.5 s Calculated | 12.0s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 271hp/t202kW/t123hp/1000 lb Calculated | 236hp/t176kW/t107hp/1000 lb Calculated | 210hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 175hp/t130kW/t79hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 595Nm/t398lb-ft/ton Calculated | 520Nm/t348lb-ft/ton Calculated | 464Nm/t311lb-ft/ton Calculated | 372Nm/t249lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi Calculated | 1,097km682mi 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 | 68L | 68L | 68L | 68L |
| CO2 emissions | 164g/km | 164g/km | 164g/km | 164g/km |
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) 496 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 432 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 384 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 320 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 4,400 rpm | 1,750-2,250 rpm | 4,650 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 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)496 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 3.9 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.4 s | 13.1 s | 14.8 s | 17.6 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 | 2.0 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.1 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s | 11.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 201 km/h 125 mph | 192 km/h 120 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 176 km/h 109 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 496 hp 370 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 432 hp 322 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 384 hp 286 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 320 hp 239 kW |
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 hp has 176 hp more than BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 320 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 320 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 hp: 176 hp (131 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 1,088 Nm 802 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 952 Nm 702 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 850 Nm 627 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 680 Nm 502 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 1,830 kg 4,034 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)496 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 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 |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 4.1 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 4.4 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 4.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 320 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 432 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 384 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)496 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 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)496 hp | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 236 hp/t 176 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 1,097 km 682 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 1,097 km 682 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)496 hp | 496 hp 370 kW | 3.7 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 432 hp 322 kW | 4.1 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 384 hp 286 kW | 4.4 s | 274 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 320 hp 239 kW | 4.9 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)496 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp |
| 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 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)496 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 4.9 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)496 hp | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | 236 hp/t 176 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 3)496 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 2)432 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d (Stage 1)384 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840d320 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 496 hp 370 kW | 432 hp 322 kW | 384 hp 286 kW | 320 hp 239 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,088 Nm 802 lb-ft | 952 Nm 702 lb-ft | 850 Nm 627 lb-ft | 680 Nm 502 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.1 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 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 | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb | 1,830 kg 4,034 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km 37.9 mpg US 45.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | 1,097 km 682 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 164 g/km | 164 g/km | 164 g/km | 164 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 271 hp/t 202 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 236 hp/t 176 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 175 hp/t 130 kW/t 5.7 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) 496 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 432 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 1) 384 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d 320 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK | 6.2 L/100 km37.9 mpg US45.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km | 10.85 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi | 17.46 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal | 930 L246 US gal205 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year | 1,628 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 3) 496 hp
- Has 64 hp more
- Has 136 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 35 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
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840d (Stage 2) 432 hp
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