1996 BMW 535 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 535 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:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 535 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
