1996 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 840 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3890 mm |