1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickster | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
