1973 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. 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 (488 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 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:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
