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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (327 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 652 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (498 Nm @ 4100 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 | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2627 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 Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
