1976 BMW 630 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 339 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 630 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
