1997 BMW 850 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
