2002 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 760 Colorado
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2094 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 72 L


 

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