1992 BMW 538 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 843 kg more than 1992 BMW 538.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 538. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 538.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 538 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 538 | Savana |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |