2001 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |