1995 BMW 330 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1995 BMW 330. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
