1949 BMW 340 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 340 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3650 mm |
