2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
