2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Z9 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3645 mm |
