2001 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
