2006 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 312 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (705 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
