1990 BMW M3 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 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:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
