2007 BMW 550 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 550 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |