2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 12 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, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | M6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
