2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Sierra | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |