1994 BMW 518 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518.
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, 2011 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 518 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |