2009 BMW 760 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 BMW 760.
Because 2009 BMW 760 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 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 760 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 760 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |