1986 BMW M3 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 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 113 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3429 mm |
