1994 BMW 854 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 BMW 854. (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 854. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 209 kg more than 1994 BMW 854. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 854 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3378 mm |