1995 BMW M5 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M5 | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |