1990 BMW 730 vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| 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 | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
