1992 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 129 L |
