2012 BMW 320 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 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:
| 2012 BMW 320 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 129 L |
