1971 BMW 3 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 BMW 3 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 3 | Savana |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |