1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Touring | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3645 mm |
