2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2761 mm |