2005 BMW 748 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 754 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2011 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 748 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3380 mm |
