2009 BMW 730 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 730 | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |