2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 BMW 760.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 760 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
