1996 BMW 540 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 12 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 406 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 540 | Savana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |