2009 BMW 750 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
