1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW Turbo has manual transmission. 1972 BMW Turbo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Turbo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3650 mm |
