2001 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 841 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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 (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
