1981 BMW 525 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 BMW 525. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1981 BMW 525. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 525. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 525. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 525 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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1981 BMW 525 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 525 | Savana |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |