2007 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
