2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | SSR | 640 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |