1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 793 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| 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 | 286 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
