1977 BMW 520 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 228 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
