1996 BMW 840 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 788 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 840 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2528 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |