1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 66 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
