1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 16 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 940 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Savana |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |