1990 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2006 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 129 L |
