1978 BMW 520 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 858 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 520 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |