1978 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 808 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3645 mm |
