1994 BMW 854 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 438 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.

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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 854 2010 GMC Sierra
Make BMW GMC
Model 854 Sierra
Year Released 1994 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5378 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 323 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 413 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 2318 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3645 mm


 

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