1996 BMW 740 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 1996 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 740 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |