2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |