2001 BMW M vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 943 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
