1999 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (407 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
