1995 BMW S3 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 696 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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 (623 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 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:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | S3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
