2003 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Chevrolet SS
To start off, both 2003 BMW 645 and 2003 Chevrolet SS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2003 BMW 645. (325 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 645. (450 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 645. 2003 Chevrolet SS has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2003 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 645 | SS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
