1993 BMW 856 vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2003 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 856 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 4816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3380 mm |
