2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Savana | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |