2001 BMW 740 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2858 mm |
