1993 BMW 840 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 797 kg more than 1993 BMW 840. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 840 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
