1996 BMW 540 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Safari. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 540 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:
1996 BMW 540 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 540 | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |