2009 BMW 116 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 14 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, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 116 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
