2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Savana | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
