2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
