1998 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 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 12 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 59 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
