2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 335 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
