2008 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SS. (583 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2003 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
