1987 BMW 750 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 618 kg more than 1987 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
