2003 BMW 760 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, both 2003 BMW 760 and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 BMW 760.

Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 760 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 760 Silverado
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 6599 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 440 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 2560 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3650 mm


 

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