1998 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
