2007 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 269 kg more than 2007 BMW M6.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |