1992 BMW 740 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 441 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Savana |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |