1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Turbo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3380 mm |
