1997 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | SSR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
