2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 730. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 730 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
