2008 BMW 650 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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, both vehicles can yield 488 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 650 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
