1998 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 740 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |