2001 BMW 735 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 BMW 735.
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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 735 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 735 | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |