1977 BMW 520 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 329 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
