1992 BMW 540 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 664 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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 (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 540 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |