2010 BMW 328 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 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:
| 2010 BMW 328 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 328 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
