2006 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. 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, both vehicles can yield 488 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
