2001 BMW M vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1386 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |
