2008 BMW 730 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
