1996 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 528 kg more than 1996 BMW 740.
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 @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Savana |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |