1995 BMW M3 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 766 kg more than 1995 BMW M3.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
