2007 BMW M vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
