1990 BMW 320 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
