1977 BMW 732 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1977 BMW 732. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 BMW 732 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 732 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 148 L |