1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Pickster | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
