1999 BMW 330 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 330 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
