2012 McLaren MP4-12C vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 McLaren MP4-12C would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (322 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | McLaren | GMC |
| Model | MP4-12C | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1199 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3645 mm |
