2007 BMW M6 vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
