2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 688 kg more than 1990 BMW 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
