1995 BMW 330 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
