1996 BMW 735 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 735 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |