2008 BMW 530 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 794 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 530 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
