1996 BMW 840 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1996 BMW 840. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 840 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
