2001 BMW L7 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2001 BMW L7 and 2001 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW L7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | L7 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1775 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
