1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 861 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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 Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 3.3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
