1990 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 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 62 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 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:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
