1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
