1993 BMW 856 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 453 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 856 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 856 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 856 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |