1997 BMW 850 vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP) has 154 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
