2006 BMW 740 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 BMW 740. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
