2008 BMW 760 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.
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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 760 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |