2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | Z4 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |