2001 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 750 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4010 mm |
