1987 BMW 628 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1987 BMW 628. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 628. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 628 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 628 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
