2007 BMW M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (322 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
