1987 BMW 730 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 730.
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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 730 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |