1996 BMW Z3 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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 772 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
