2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (397 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 464 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Alpina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 397 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
