1994 BMW M5 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 169 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Safari |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |