2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 335 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
