1996 BMW 540 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 576 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 540 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |