2005 BMW 748 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2005 BMW 748 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (455 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 748 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 455 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |