1986 BMW 735 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 735 | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |