2001 BMW 740 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 891 kg more than 2001 BMW 740. 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 (505 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |
