1974 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1974 BMW Touring 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model Touring Silverado
Year Released 1974 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1572 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 458 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 92 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2365 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 6330 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 4010 mm