2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M6 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
