1995 BMW 520 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 944 kg more than 1995 BMW 520. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
