1992 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 377 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
