1999 BMW 328 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 328 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 BMW 328. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 991 kg more than 1999 BMW 328. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 328 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 328 | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |