1996 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 988 kg more than 1996 BMW 523. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 523 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 523 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
