2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 454 kg more than 2011 BMW 750.
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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 750 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
