2006 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
