2011 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 691 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Sierra | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Sierra | 320 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
