1996 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 BMW 745. (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 423 kg more than 1996 BMW 745. 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |