1993 BMW 856 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 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 191 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 613 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 856. 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 856 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
