1992 BMW 525 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
