1989 BMW 750 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 341 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.
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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 750 | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |