BMW 8 Series (G15)
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840i (Stage 3)
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Comparison overview
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BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 2) 442 hp
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph Unrestricted280 km/h174 mph Restricted
- Lightest1,770 kg3,902 lb
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.6 L/100 km24.5 mpg US29.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.5 L/100 km36.2 mpg US43.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range883 km549 mi
- Largest trunk420 L
- Best economy score86/100
- Best practicality score52/100
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Most powerful510 hp380 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Best power-to-weight288 hp/t215 kW/t3.5 kg/hp
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score90/100
Specification comparison
| Model | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp |
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| Power | 442hp330kW+102 hp | 510hp380kW+170 hp | 401hp299kW+61 hp | 340hp254kW |
| Torque | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb | 1,770kg3,902lb |
| Gross weight | 2,280kg5,027lb | 2,280kg5,027lb | 2,280kg5,027lb | 2,280kg5,027lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Calculated | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 60.9s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 51.9s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-15.0 s Calculated | 59.9s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-7.0 s Calculated | 66.9s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.0s-0.7 s | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.2s-0.5 s | 4.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.5s-4.3 s Calculated | 11.2s-5.5 s Calculated | 14.3s-2.4 s Calculated | 16.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 3.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK | 9.6L/100 km24.5mpg US29.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK | 6.5L/100 km36.2mpg US43.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 11.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 12.3s-0.5 s Calculated | 12.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 250hp/t186kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 288hp/t215kW/t131hp/1000 lb Calculated | 227hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated | 192hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 381Nm/t255lb-ft/ton Calculated | 438Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 345Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 282Nm/t189lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 883km549mi Calculated | 883km549mi Calculated | 883km549mi Calculated | 883km549mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu in | 2,998cc183cu 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 |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 2) 442 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 1) 401 hp: Power / Torque
- BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i 340 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 5,000-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.5 s | 4.0 s | 4.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.0 s | 3.7 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.5 s | 11.2 s | 14.3 s | 16.7 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph Likely limited | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 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 | 1.9 s | 2.0 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.0 s | 5.3 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.8 s | 7.5 s | 8.0 s | 8.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.1 s | 9.7 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.9 s | 11.5 s | 12.3 s | 12.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 196 km/h 122 mph | 202 km/h 126 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW |
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp has 170 hp more than BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i 340 hp.
The biggest power difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i 340 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp: 170 hp (127 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 4.0 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 4.2 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 4.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i 340 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 2) 442 hp and BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 1) 401 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 883 km 549 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 883 km 549 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 883 km 549 mi |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 883 km 549 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 442 hp 330 kW | 4.0 s | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 510 hp 380 kW | 3.7 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 401 hp 299 kW | 4.2 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 340 hp 254 kW | 4.7 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp |
| 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp |
| 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp |
| 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp |
| 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 4.7 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)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 2)442 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 3)510 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i (Stage 1)401 hp | BMW8 Series (G15)840i340 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 442 hp 330 kW | 510 hp 380 kW | 401 hp 299 kW | 340 hp 254 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.0 s | 3.7 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 295 km/h183 mph Restricted 280 km/h174 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | 1,770 kg 3,902 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 883 km 549 mi | 883 km 549 mi | 883 km 549 mi | 883 km 549 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 | 250 hp/t 186 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 288 hp/t 215 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 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) 840i (Stage 2) 442 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 1) 401 hp | BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i 340 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK | 7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.48 LC100 km | 13.48 LC100 km | 13.48 LC100 km | 13.48 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 21.69 LC100 mi | 21.69 LC100 mi | 21.69 LC100 mi | 21.69 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal | 1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal | 1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal | 1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,021 LC/year | 2,021 LC/year | 2,021 LC/year | 2,021 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 2) 442 hp
- Has 3 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
BMW 8 Series (G15) 840i (Stage 3) 510 hp
- Has 68 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 38 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Best power-to-weight ratio
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